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The Queen makes the first trunk call from Bristol in 1958
Queen's call marks high-tech move
A call made by the Queen in 1958 between Bristol and Edinburgh marked a big step forward for the telephone network.
Former phone engineer on Queen's call

Police accident graphic Main route closed after collision
Police close a main traffic route between Bristol and Bath following a serious collision.

Lee Trundle Trundle eager for Swans farewell
Lee Trundle will say goodbye properly to Swansea City fans when they visit Bristol City on Saturday.

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A3604 Somerset - Lower Bristol Road closed both ways between the Midland Road junction and the B3118 Midland Bridge Road junction in Bath, because of an accident. Diversion in operation.

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